Appeals

have the right to appeal the decision to the First-tier Tribunal (Immigration and Asylum Chamber).

The right of appeal depends on the nature of the decision. Certain categories — including decisions involving human rights or protection claims, and decisions that are certified as clearly unfounded — carry a statutory right of appeal. Other refusals may require an Administrative Review instead.

An immigration appeal is a formal legal hearing before an independent Tribunal Judge. You will have the opportunity to submit written evidence, call witnesses, and make legal arguments. The judge will consider all of the evidence before making a decision.

Preparing for an appeal requires careful attention to detail. The grounds of appeal must be clearly set out, and all relevant evidence must be compiled and submitted within strict deadlines. Missing a deadline or submitting insufficient evidence can affect the outcome significantly.

If the First-tier Tribunal dismisses your appeal, there may be grounds to seek permission to appeal further to the Upper Tribunal (Immigration and Asylum Chamber) on a point of law.

At Terence Ray Solicitors, we represent clients at all stages of the immigration appeal process. We will review the refusal decision, advise you on the strength of an appeal, prepare detailed grounds, and represent you at the hearing.

Contact us on on 020 3367 1430 or email info@trsolicitors.co.uk.  Acting quickly is important, as appeal deadlines are strict.